Hoist Operator

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Globe 24-7, in partnership with Kirkland Lake Gold is working together to source experienced and qualified talent for their Gold Mine in northern Ontario for the 5/5/4 scheduled shifts.

The Company

Kirkland Lake Gold focuses on delivering superior value for its shareholders and cultivating a position within the mining industry as a sustainable leading gold producer. Their solid base of quality assets is complemented by district scale exploration potential, supported by a strong financial position with extensive management and operational skills & expertise.

The Role

The Hoist Operator will report directly to the Millwright Supervisor and is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all three (3) hoists, #1 Shaft, #2 Shaft, #3 Shaft. Embracing automation, you ensure that all daily checks are done in accord with the OHSA; which includes testing of the brakes, overwinds, underwinds, track limits and all other tests as required. You will be proficient in having excellent knowledge and dedication to safety, equipment operation and equipment.

The Responsibilities

Planning and organizing; apply discipline and structure to maintenance and repair activities, assets and resources

Maintain work standards; work consistently in accordance with the OHSA and Hoist Training Manual

Verify that all information is entered accurately and timely on a daily basis into the Hoist Operators Log Book

File all documents and maintain documentation filing system for inspection and audit

Ensure that applicable procedures and work standards for all tasks are understood, adhered to and complied with at all times (including training of others)

Read and maintain awareness with all recent entries in log books

Perform all daily checks on operating hoists, including brakes, overwinds/underwinds and track limits as required and record in the Hoist Operators Log Book

Conduct trial trips as required in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

To operate a hoist in an emergency situation.

To respond to audible and visual signals.

To safely operate on manual controls.

Operate the hoist under the direction of the authorized person giving signals

Assist maintenance and repairs in the field when required and safe to do so

Work closely with other crew members to create and maintain a synergy required to accomplish the shift lineup in the cycle

Ensure that any equipment deemed damaged or unsafe by virtue of a defect or a machine of which any protection system is inoperative, is not used, and communicated to the Shift Supervisor

Understand and apply Safe Work Practices

Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the prescribed manner

Coordinate with the Operations Supervisor to optimize all scheduled maintenance activities to minimize impact on production

Other duties as assigned

These duties can be monotonous and repetitive. The workload can be cyclic with very active and inactive times. The operator is required to be vigilant at all times of day or night. This vigilance should not be impaired by therapy or other causes.

The Requirements

Mining Experience relevant to support operations - minimum Miner 4 for 2+ years

Deemed competent to operate the hoist(s)

Annual Hoist Medical in accordance with Section 238 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in their workplace

Demonstrated well developed mature communication

Ability to train and instruct others

Capacity to manage competing priorities

Ability to organize and assemble logical sequence of events to be effective in role with regard to hoist operations

Ability to anticipate and follow directions

Must attend worksite Fit for Duty and safe for all scheduled shifts

Ability to work in a remote location. KL Gold's Canadian operations are located in Northern Ontario with most activity within 100 km of Kirkland Lake.

The RewardsThe position offers a competitive remuneration package and will be discussed with suitable candidates.